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Advanced AV over IP


MCX is a next-generation AV-over-IP solution from Black Box. MCX distributes and extends 4K 60 Hz video and audio over IP and is made for 10-Gbps network infrastructures. This robust video distribution system allows AV and data payloads to exist on the same IT network, which reduces network management time and costs. And it’s the first commercially available AV-over-IP system to incorporate Dante® audio transport.

Ideal for a Wide Range of IndustriesBecause MCX is an IP-based solution, it can manage an infinite number of connected devices. This makes it perfect for a wide range of applications, such as bars and restaurants, enterprise applications, control rooms and operations centers, digital signage, receptions and entryways, conference rooms and boardrooms, education and more.

Education Restaurants CorporateHospitalityeSportsGovernment

Developed with Industry-Leading TechnologiesSDVoE (Software Defined Video over Ethernet)SDVoE technology optimizes MCX. SDVoE distributes AV over modern networks without negatively affecting performance, functionality or capability.

Powered by Dante® Audio MCX is the first commercially available AV-over-IP solution to incorporate Dante audio transport. Dante audio allows you to extend network audio to other Dante-enabled receiving devices, like mixers and power amplifiers. This gives you more control over your feeds and the ability to matrix switch audio in addition to video.


Uncompressed 4K 60 Hz 4:4:4 VideoMCX delivers the video quality high-end AV applications require to display eye-catching content: It extends uncompressed 4K 60 Hz 4:4:4 video to an unlimited number of displays without sacrificing latency, video quality or bandwidth. Even better, it supports up to 10-bit HDR using Software-Defined Video over Ethernet (SDVoE) – the latest software-based AV-over-IP platform for extension and control of AV systems on Ethernet or fiber networks.

Easy, Flexible DeploymentAdding other network AV solutions to your IT infrastructure can be a challenge. Not MCX. This video extension system is designed to work with any modern network, making installation simple. MCX can be deployed on 10G networks over Ethernet, fiber or both.

Advanced Video Wall Capabilities MCX allows you to display your video wall content any way you want. It offers advanced video scaling options, such as multi-view, picture-in-picture, split screen and more, that increase versatility in video wall deployments.

Zero LatencyOvercome source to display latency with MCX. This robust video distribution system’s glass-to-glass encoding and decoding happen in real time (0.03 milliseconds). This means you never deal with annoying lag that complicates your operation.

Seamless SwitchingMCX switches between video sources in less than 100 milliseconds with no artifacts or screen blink. This means you can switch video content super-fast without any noticeable distortion to your image — a must for professional AV applications.

Complete ControlYou can control MCX with two powerful but easy-to-use tools:

• The MCX Web UI gives you complete control of your entire AV system from your preferred web browser.

• The MCX Touch App allows you to manage your AV network from your favorite mobile device or tablet.

Comprehensive ConnectivityYou can connect every essential AV distribution device to your MCX through its variety of ports: discrete RS-232, IR, secondary audio channel plus a separate 1-GbE connection to independently route, embed and de-embed up to three separate audio streams.

Benefits of MCX


Choose the MCX that Maximizes AV in Your ApplicationMCX S7Multicast AV signals to an unlimited amount of remote displays without issue. Deploys on any modern network over Ethernet, fiber or both.

• Transmits true 4K 60 Hz 4:4:4 uncompressed video

• Zero source to display latency and seamless switching

• Ideal for high-performance AV applications that do not require video scaling options

• Supports HDMI 2.0 over IP

MCX S9 Distribute and extend uncompressed 4K 60 Hz 4:4:4 video and audio from any source to any screen over your network. Easily control how your content displays on every screen.

• Advanced scaling options for multi-view, PiP, split screen and more — perfect for video walls

• Two channels of Dante® network audio

• USB support for audio, webcam, Flash drive, keyboard and mouse

• Transmits true 4K 60 Hz 4:4:4 uncompressed video

• Supports HDMI 2.0 and DisplayPort 1.2 over IP

MCX-S9-DEC

MCX-S9C-DEC

MCX-S7-DEC


MCX Control MCX gives you total control over your AV system, so you can display your content exactly how you want.

• The MCX Web UI lets you manage and monitor AV content from a web browser

• Take command of your MCX AV-over-IP system with the tap of a button or the swipe of a touch panel with Black Box ControlBridge™ or the third-party control platform of your choice.

ControlBridge

MCX Product Family Comparison Chart

Input Type Connectivity SDVoE 4K 60 Hz Scaling Dante®

Audio USB

MCX-S7-DEC

HDMI 2.0 10-GbE Copper Yes No No No

MCX-S7-ENC

MCX-S7-FO-DEC

HDMI 2.0 10-GbE Fiber Yes No No No

MCX-S7-FO-ENC

MCX-S9C-DEC

HDMI 2.0 10-GbE Copper Yes Yes No No

MCX-S9C-ENC

MCX-S9-DEC

HDMI 2.0, DP1.2a 10-GbE Copper or Fiber Yes Yes No Yes

MCX-S9-ENC

MCX-S9D-ENC HDMI 2.0, DP1.2a 10-GbE Copper or Fiber Yes Yes Yes Yes


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10GbE SWITCH RECEIVERKVM

USB STORAGE

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PC/SERVER

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MCX S9 IP HDMI 2.0/DP1.2 KVM Switching

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10GbE SWITCHRECEIVER

MCX S7 HDMI 2.0 Distribution

RECEIVER

RECEIVER

RECEIVER

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10GbE SWITCH

MCX S7 IP HDMI 2.0 Matrix

MCX S9 HDMI 2.0/DP1.2 KVM

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MCX Application Diagrams


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MCX S9 IP HDMI 2.0/DP1.2 with Failover Redundancy

S7 ENCODERS

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S7 DECODERS

S9 DECODERS

10GbESWITCH

MCX S7 and S9 Interoperability

10GbESWITCH

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RECEIVER

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KVM

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USB STORAGE

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MCX S9 HDMI 2.0/DP1.2 KVM Matrix

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WHY BLACK BOXExpertise Black Box project engineers can assist with system assessment, design, deployment and training.

BreadthBlack Box offers the most comprehensive suite of engineered AV and infrastructure solutions in the industry.

SupportReflecting our commitment to complete satisfaction, our dedicated team of highly trained support technicians is available by phone free of charge, every day of the year.

WarrantiesMulti-year warranties with multi-year extensions and replacement options are available.

ExperienceProviding leading technology solutions since 1976, Black Box helps more than 175,000 customers in 150 countries build, manage, optimize and secure IT infrastructures.

Center of ExcellenceBlack Box offers a Center of Excellence, featuring professional services and support agreements that help optimize customers’ systems and maximize uptime.

Service Level AgreementsOur service level agreements give customers access to technical support, product training, dedicated application engineers and more.

Contributing Member of the SDVoE AllianceBlack Box is committed to developing AV-over-IP technology and educating end users about its advantages. That is why we have become a contributing member of the SDVoE Alliance. The alliance is bringing top AV companies together around a standardized hardware and software platform to benefit consumers.

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